Rosemary JEFFORD - Teacher Profile

About Me

Rosemary is a pianist, teacher and composer with over twenty years experience of teaching students of all ages and abilities. She uses both Trinity and ABRSM exam boards for exams and coaches grade 5 theory, A level performance and GCSE performance preparation. Her particular strengths are her musicianship and creativity. She has written works for piano, chamber, choir and orchestra and her works have been performed in US, Poland, France and UK. She has been shortlisted for a Finzi Scholarship for a creative project she seeks to develop. Please see further information via her website: Rosemary Jefford

Qualifications

Associate of London School of Music (Piano Performance)

Further study with Professor Philippe at Guildhall School of Music led to his recommendation to give solo piano performances.

Oxford University Continuing Education programme in composition with Jonathan Darnborough

Open University Composition Modules in composition.

Audio

Winter Song is one of Rosemary's compositions written for students. This is a recording of her playing it.

Contact Rosemary

Contact Details

BICESTER, OXON

Mobile: 07542086038

E-mail: Contact

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How to identify a good teacher

Good teachers can often be identified at local Music Festivals and other public events, or at pupils' concerts (see the EPTA UK magazine for piano teachers Piano Professional for details).

What to look for:

Qualifications. A recognised diploma (performers' or teachers') or a degree in which piano playing, or piano pedagogy features as a major component.
Experience and professional outlook. There should be evidence of performing as well as teaching experience, and of the teacher wishing to continue his/her own musical education, eg: attending masterclasses and/or courses.
Teachers should be able to convey their enthusiasm for music, impart artistic sensibilities, instill sound technical habits, develop reading and listening skills, develop memory and improvising skills, build up good practice habits, introduce a variety of musical styles, include duet and other ensemble playing, hold concerts periodically for pupils to play in, report regularly to parents on pupils' progress, assist with the preparation of candidates for school and other public examinations, offer advice for pupils wishing to take up a musical career.
They should prepare a written contract specifying the number of lessons per term and their length, fees and how they should be paid, period of notice required for termination of contract, procedure in the event of absence or illness of either party, any special terms and conditions they may wish to apply - eg: special practice requirements, and arrangements for the purchase of music and any other equipment needed.